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Democrats Sue Over Trump's CFPB Changes

US Democrats file a lawsuit against the Trump administration's restructuring of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The move aims to block a rule they argue weakens consumer protections.

Four arrested at Zara NYC Palestine protest

At least four pro-Palestine protesters arrested at Zara's Fifth Avenue store during Black Friday sales. NYPD reports 70 demonstrators in area. Read the latest developments.

Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera

Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.

Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police

Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.

Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin

Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.

Millionaire's castle protest against non-dom tax raid

Former reality television millionaire leads extraordinary occupation of historic 13th-century castle in dramatic protest against Chancellor's controversial non-dom tax reforms, creating political spectacle in the English countryside.

UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears

New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.

Residents use forklifts and bollards in street protest

Local residents in Westminster have resorted to dramatic measures, using forklifts and concrete barriers to shut down their street after Ministry of Justice plans threatened their community with increased traffic and security risks.

Pauline Hanson boycotts Woolworths, Coles over paper bags

Australian politician Pauline Hanson launches consumer boycott against supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles, accusing them of hypocrisy over paper bag policies while supporting Australia Day merchandise removal.

Met Police officer charged over protest assault on Green candidate

A serving Metropolitan Police constable faces criminal charges after being accused of striking a Green Party local election candidate during a heated anti-Israel demonstration in central London. The incident, captured on video, has sparked an internal inv

Protester rushes Charlie Kirk with US flag at Boston vigil

A tense confrontation unfolded at a Turning Point USA event in Boston when a protester wielding an American flag disrupted conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's 'Vigil for America'. The incident, captured on video, highlights the deep political division

Woman charged after pro-Palestine protest at arms factory

Hannah Thomas, 23, was arrested during a pro-Palestine demonstration outside a London arms factory. Police confirm she was charged with assaulting an emergency worker. The protest group, Palestine Action, claims the site supplies components to Israel.

How Gaza Marchers Are Revolutionising Protest Fashion

Discover how pro-Palestinian demonstrators in the UK are using keffiyehs, traditional embroidery, and symbolic colours to create a powerful, unified visual identity, transforming street protests into a moving tapestry of solidarity and resistance.

Climate activists glue themselves to Melbourne CBD streets

Climate change protesters from Extinction Rebellion have caused major disruptions in Melbourne's CBD, gluing themselves to a key intersection during morning rush hour, demanding immediate government action on the climate emergency.

Union Jack protest house sparks immigration debate

A British homeowner in a quiet residential street has draped his property in Union Jack flags in a dramatic protest against illegal immigration, sparking local debate and council attention.

London Streets Packed in Massive Trump Protest

Tens of thousands of protesters flooded central London in a massive demonstration against Donald Trump's controversial UK visit, with aerial footage revealing the sheer scale of the turnout.

Giant Trump Balloon Protest Erupts in Central London

Thousands of protesters descended upon central London in a dramatic demonstration against Donald Trump, featuring giant nappy-clad effigies, 'MAGA' drags, and placards branding the former President a fascist.

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